semo.net Now Hiring!

March 11, 2010 in Archived Announcement by Bridgett Barnhill | No comments

semo.net is looking for a qualified individual to fill a full time customer service/technical support position in Poplar Bluff, Mo.

Ideal candidates will have great customer service, multi-tasking, typing and communications skills, as well as proficiency in computer and internet use.

Our customer service agents assist customers with internet related problems over the phone and in our office, including home networking, browser and email troubleshooting, and connectivity related issues with DSL, fixed Wireless, Cable Internet and Dialup. They handle account setups and changes, as well as process payments for our users.

Customer service and/or technical support experience a must, computer/networking certification or degree a definite plus.

Please stop by our office at 1877 N Westwood in Poplar Bluff to apply, or forward your resumé to techmanager@semo.net.

Come join our team!

Semo.net Disputes USDA Rules Preventing Rural Broadband Grant

March 3, 2010 in Announcements, Business, Features, General Articles, Goverment, Human Interest by Semo.net Management | 12 comments

Below is a press release describing semo.net’s attempts to secure USDA broadband stimulus funding to make high-speed access available in our area; an area which the USDA has decided is not remote enough to qualify.

USDA TILTING AT WINDMILLS: LITTLE GUY EXPOSES USDA STIMULUS BLUNDER

Brian Becker owns a small Internet Service in Southeast Missouri started in 1995. Becker has documents to show that the USDA, responsible for doling out billions for Rural Broadband, has contradicted both itself and Congress. Most are skeptical at first, but a few minutes with him and you realize that $7.2B stimulus dollars hinge on one word.
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College Organization Made Easy

February 18, 2010 in Features, General Articles by Bridgett Barnhill | Comments closed

As a college student, I find it increasingly difficult to stay organized. Keeping up with assignments, homework, due dates and various other stress-inducing factors can be a serious headache. I’ve tried several different organizational methods, from calendars to online document storage, but nothing ever seemed centralized enough to meet my needs.

Enter Soshiku. It might sound like a variety of sushi, but there is nothing fishy about this web application.

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Got Political Contacts In D.C.? I Need Your Help.

February 2, 2010 in Archived Announcement by Brian Becker | Comments closed

Alright semo.net friends…I’m heading to D.C. & will be there Wed morning through late Thurs night.

I know it’s last minute but I need to meet with:
Sen Kit Bond
Sen Claire McCaskill
Any Missouri Representatives
(I’ve got a call into JoAnn Emerson’s office, so i think that’s going to be good)

I would also like to meet with:
Agriculture Secretary Vilsack or his Chief of Staff
Jonathan Adelstein, USDA Administrator

Any help you can provide in getting me some face-time would be greatly appreciated. My cell is 573.778.6500 or brian@semo.net

Inclement Weather

January 29, 2010 in Archived Announcement by Bridgett Barnhill | 1 comment

semo.net will be closing at 4pm on 1/29/10 due to inclement weather. We will reopen for normal business hours once driving conditions improve.

Darla Logan Won Four Tickets To Saturday’s Movie: To Save A Life

January 21, 2010 in Archived Announcement by Brian Becker | Comments closed

This contest is closed. Check back soon for our last giveaway.

Media Roundtable Date Postponed to Feb. 5th

January 20, 2010 in Archived Announcement, Business by Semo.net Management | Comments closed

DUE TO THE WINTER-WARNING FORECAST: The event date has moved to February 5th.
Locally-based advertising agency All Media Services will be hosting a Media Round Table on Friday, February 5th. Get answers to your marketing questions, and solutions to your advertising issues from the market’s leading professionals.

The event will be held from 8:30 to Noon at the Holiday Inn in Poplar Bluff. For more information, visit All Media Services or email allmediaservices@tcmax.net.

Media Round Table

Donna Boeving Won 8 Tickets (valued at $60) To “To Save A Life” Movie!

January 19, 2010 in Archived Announcement by Brian Becker | Comments closed

This contest is over…but keep checking back for chances to win!!!

Christy Griffin Won 4 Tickets: To Save A Life Movie

January 16, 2010 in Archived Announcement by Brian Becker | Comments closed

This contest is over. Check back often for more contests.

Kim Marquis Won 4 Tickets to “To Save A Life” Movie

January 15, 2010 in Archived Announcement by Brian Becker | Comments closed

This contest is over. Check back for another one this afternoon!!!

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